Chinese Acupuncture Clinic

Chinese Acupuncture Clinic The Chinese Acupuncture Clinic specializes in providing Classical Chinese Medicine with Acupuncture The reception area consisted of a chair in the hallway.

CLINIC HISTORY – FROM 1985 to 2011

Celebrating Our 35th Year Anniversary in 2020! The Chinese Acupuncture and Herbology Clinic (CAC) was established in l985 by Mary Cissy Majebe, Oriental Medical Doctor, in Asheville, NC. The clinic began on Merrimon Avenue in a small office with one treatment room, a closet that became the herbal dispensary and another storage room with a treatment table pushed against the wall. Within the first year, the practice grew to the point that a larger office was needed. The CAC rented 342 Merrimon Avenue. The clinic was downstairs with three treatment rooms, and Cissy lived with her daughter upstairs. There was a large entranceway where Cissy’s daughter Genia practiced piano after school, which provided the first instrumental ambiance for the treatment sessions. In l987 Junie Norfleet was hired as the CAC’s first business manager. The CAC attracted so many patients that another practitioner was needed in 1987. In the coming years, additional practitioners joined the clinic as the demand for service grew. The presence of multiple practitioners created a new asset to the clinic, the ability to work collaboratively within the clinic on extraordinary cases. In l989, Maintlann Thoms, a local philanthropist whose family was closely allied with
Thoms Hospital, helped Dr. Majebe to purchase property in the Historic District of Montford, Asheville. This site provided the needed space for the clinic’s growth. In l990, the CAC was “ privileged” to be the recipient of an “investigative raid “ by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. The NC-SBI demanded that all of the patients leave the clinic and proceeded to remove all patient records (l700) and all diplomas and licenses from the clinic. This was the beginning of a long struggle between the North Carolina Board of Medical Examiners, the State of North Carolina and Dr. Majebe. This struggle ended with the North Carolina Legislature creating the North Carolina Acupuncture Licensing Board (NCALB). The NCALB was assigned the task of developing the rules and regulations governing the practice of Acupuncture in North Carolina. Dr. Majebe was appointed to the NCALB and was instrumental in writing the laws that govern the practice of acupuncture in North Carolina. In l993, the NCALB began issuing licenses and Dr. Majebe chose the number 3 as her license number. During the decade following the NC-SBI investigation the Chinese Acupuncture Clinic continued to expand and serve the community with medicine that is both a complement and/or an alternative to standard western medicine. The demand for the clinic’s services was so strong that two satellite clinics were also created. The first was in Hendersonville, NC in l997 and the second in Waynesville, NC in 2000. In l998 Dr. Majebe began to study with Jeffrey Yuen, an 88th generation priest from the Jade Purity tradition of Daoism. This enriched the practice of Chinese medicine at the clinic to a level of health care that more deeply acknowledges the connections between one’s physical, emotional and spiritual health. In 2000, Dr. Majebe formed Daoist Healing Arts to help spread Jeffery Yuen’s knowledge of Classical Chinese Medicine. They began to offer continued education for acupuncturists around the country. They also created DVD’s illustrating self-care practices that can be used at home to assist in healing. In August of 2003 Daoist Traditions, College of Chinese Medical Arts was born. This acupuncture college grew out of the dedication and commitment of Junie Norfleet, Rachel Nowakowski, and Cissy Majebe. Currently, each of the acupuncturists at the clinic is also a faculty member or administrator at Daoist Traditions, a school that is dedicated to the revival of Classical Chinese Medicine teachings. This evolution has created a staff of practitioners who are dedicated, not only to their own practice, but also to the educational training of acupuncturists entering the profession. Practitioners at the CAC are joined together in a family centered practice that works with patients ranging from infants to senior citizens. After 26 years, the Chinese Acupuncture Clinic has grown to a group of 7 dedicated professionals, making it the largest Chinese medicine group practice in the Southeastern United States. Together they provide more than 14,000 therapy sessions each year, and have assisted thousands of people on their journey to health and healing.

♥️ if you could use some cupping right about now
03/19/2026

♥️ if you could use some cupping right about now

03/18/2026

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is the time when Yang begins to rise
and the body mirrors the energy of the season.

What was quiet and stored through Winter starts to move again.

But sometimes that movement doesn’t feel smooth.

You might notice:
• irritability or frustration
• tension or headaches
• feeling stuck or unmotivated
• seasonal allergies beginning to surface

In TCM, this is often described as Liver Qi stagnation
the energy is ready to rise, but meets resistance.

Acupuncture can help gently restore that flow.

By supporting the Liver and encouraging the smooth movement of Qi, treatments during this seasonal transition can help:
• reduce stress and emotional tension
• ease headaches and physical tightness
• support the body through seasonal shifts
• promote a greater sense of balance and ease

Spring is a time of growth, expansion, and renewal
but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

If you’re feeling the shift, acupuncture can help guide your body into Spring with more ease

Does this help? Two new practitioners have joined the team! We can now schedule your treatments on Fridays and Saturdays...
03/16/2026

Does this help? Two new practitioners have joined the team!

We can now schedule your treatments on Fridays and Saturdays. Call to secure your spot!

The season is turning. I feel the same rise within me.How will you balance your inner world through this period of great...
03/13/2026

The season is turning. I feel the same rise within me.

How will you balance your inner world through this period of great external change? (Acupuncture helps. Just saying.)

We’re here for exactly this with two *new* practitioners now offering treatments in Asheville & Hendersonville, including Saturdays!

Call today to schedule your session
828.258.9016

03/09/2026

Meeting a new practitioner can feel like a big leap.
You’re in expert hands with Dr. Ayana.

She has appointments available in Asheville & Hendersonville,
and even on Saturdays!

Call today to schedule your initial visit or a free consultation.

828.258.9016
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“As a Chinese medicine doctor, I consider myself a general practitioner and enjoy working with people above all else. The treatment room is where I partner with patients to uncover subconscious pathways of least resistance that lead to lasting changes in a variety of conditions with an emphasis on digestive concerns, migraines, emotional stabilization, fatigue, etc” - Dr. Ayana Destri

03/03/2026

What is going on here?

This is cupping, a Chinese medicine technique where heated cups create suction on the skin to move stagnant blood, release tension, and restore the flow of qi (energy) through the body.

Those marks left behind? Totally normal.

03/02/2026

It’s the first Monday in March! ☘️
When is your next acupuncture appointment?

We have openings THIS WEEK in Hendersonville & AVL

Call for information
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02/27/2026

Now Open 9-3 on Saturdays

02/27/2026

The largest herbal pharmacy in the Southeast is right here in Asheville.

Custom formulas.
Thoughtfully prescribed.
Individually prepared.

Curious if Chinese Herbal Medicine is right for you?
Ask your practitioner at your next visit.

We are the Largest Herbal Pharmacy in the Southeast! Ask your practitioner about the many herbal options this opens up f...
02/25/2026

We are the Largest Herbal Pharmacy in the Southeast!

Ask your practitioner about the many herbal options this opens up for you. Raw herbal tea prescriptions are fully customizable, and the pills we have available are easy to take!

What works for you?

02/20/2026
Sometimes it pays to plan ahead.Start the new year with our Acupackage Special —Buy 9 treatments, get the 10th free.Ask ...
02/18/2026

Sometimes it pays to plan ahead.

Start the new year with our Acupackage Special —
Buy 9 treatments, get the 10th free.

Ask the front desk for details at your next visit.

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369 Montford Avenue
Asheville, NC
28801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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CLINIC HISTORY – FROM 1985 to Today The Chinese Acupuncture and Herbology Clinic (CAC) was established in 1985 by Mary Cissy Majebe, Oriental Medical Doctor, in Asheville, NC. The clinic began on Merrimon Avenue in a small office with one treatment room, a closet that became the herbal dispensary and another storage room with a treatment table pushed against the wall. The reception area consisted of a chair in the hallway. Within the first year, the practice grew to the point that a larger office was needed. The CAC rented 342 Merrimon Avenue. The clinic was downstairs with three treatment rooms, and Cissy lived with her daughter upstairs. There was a large entranceway where Cissy’s daughter Genia practiced piano after school, which provided the first instrumental ambiance for the treatment sessions. In 1987 Junie Norfleet was hired as the CAC’s first business manager. The CAC attracted so many patients that another practitioner was needed in 1987. In the coming years, additional practitioners joined the clinic as the demand for service grew. The presence of multiple practitioners created a new asset to the clinic, the ability to work collaboratively within the clinic on extraordinary cases. In 1989, Maintlann Thoms, a local philanthropist whose family was closely allied with Thoms Hospital, helped Dr. Majebe to purchase property in the Historic District of Montford, Asheville. This site provided the needed space for the clinic’s growth. In 1990, the CAC was “ privileged” to be the recipient of an “investigative raid “ by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. The NC-SBI demanded that all of the patients leave the clinic and proceeded to remove all patient records (1700) and all diplomas and licenses from the clinic. This was the beginning of a long struggle between the North Carolina Board of Medical Examiners, the State of North Carolina and Dr. Majebe. This struggle ended with the North Carolina Legislature creating the North Carolina Acupuncture Licensing Board (NCALB). The NCALB was assigned the task of developing the rules and regulations governing the practice of Acupuncture in North Carolina. Dr. Majebe was appointed to the NCALB and was instrumental in writing the laws that govern the practice of acupuncture in North Carolina. In 1993, the NCALB began issuing licenses and Dr. Majebe chose the number 3 as her license number. During the decade following the NC-SBI investigation the Chinese Acupuncture Clinic continued to expand and serve the community with medicine that is both a complement and/or an alternative to standard western medicine. The demand for the clinic’s services was so strong that two satellite clinics were also created. The first was in Hendersonville, NC in 1997 and the second in Waynesville, NC in 2000. In 1998 Dr. Majebe began to study with Jeffrey Yuen, an 88th generation priest from the Jade Purity tradition of Daoism. This enriched the practice of Chinese medicine at the clinic to a level of health care that more deeply acknowledges the connections between one’s physical, emotional and spiritual health. In 2000, Dr. Majebe formed Daoist Healing Arts to help spread Jeffery Yuen’s knowledge of Classical Chinese Medicine. They began to offer continued education for acupuncturists around the country. They also created DVD’s illustrating self-care practices that can be used at home to assist in healing. In August of 2003 Daoist Traditions, College of Chinese Medical Arts was born. This acupuncture college grew out of the dedication and commitment of Junie Norfleet, Rachel Nowakowski, and Cissy Majebe. Currently, each of the acupuncturists at the clinic is also a faculty member or administrator at Daoist Traditions, a school that is dedicated to the revival of Classical Chinese Medicine teachings. This evolution has created a staff of practitioners who are dedicated, not only to their own practice, but also to the educational training of acupuncturists entering the profession. Practitioners at the CAC are joined together in a family centered practice that works with patients ranging from infants to senior citizens. After over three decades, the Chinese Acupuncture Clinic has grown to a group of 8 dedicated professionals, making it the largest Chinese medicine group practice in the Southeastern United States. Together they provide more than 14,000 therapy sessions each year, and have assisted thousands of people on their journey to health and healing.